Burst CME™: Optimizing Care for Patients with Psoriasis – Incorporating a Buy-and-Bill Model for Biologic Agents into Dermatological Practice

Release Date: August 29, 2025

Expiration Date: August 29, 2026

Program Info

Activity Overview

Biologic therapies have transformed the management of psoriasis. Yet, despite their clinical benefits, patients often face delays in accessing these treatments due to payer requirements, specialty pharmacy distribution models, and administrative hurdles. One mitigation strategy commonly adopted in dermatology practices is the buy-and-bill model, which allows providers to purchase, store, and administer biologics directly in the clinic before submitting reimbursement claims to third-party payers. This article examines the structure of the buy-and-bill model, its advantages and challenges, and practical recommendations for its implementation in dermatology practices.

Target Audience

This educational activity is directed toward dermatologists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other health care professionals involved in the care of patients with psoriasis.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this activity, you should be better prepared to:

• Explain the potential advantages and disadvantages of using a buy-and-bill model for access to biologic therapies to treat psoriasis
• Outline recommendations for implementing a buy-and-bill model process into dermatology practice

Faculty, Staff, and Planners’ Disclosures

The staff of Physicians’ Education Resource^®, LLC have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

PER^® mitigated all COI for faculty, staff, and planners prior to the start of this activity by using a multistep process.

Off-Label Disclosure and Disclaimer

This activity may or may not discuss investigational, unapproved, or off-label use of drugs. Learners are advised to consult prescribing information for any products discussed. The information provided in this accredited activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent clinical judgment of a health care professional relative to diagnostic, treatment, or management options for a specific patient’s medical condition. The opinions expressed in the content are solely those of the individual faculty members and do not reflect those of PER^® or any company that provided commercial support for this activity.